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Rising research stars bolster Imperial’s dementia research mission
Edmond and Lily Safra Research Fellows set to lead new and ambitious programmes of research into Parkinson’s disease, thanks to a £1.63m gift.
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Kidney disease expert Professor Charles Pusey retires after 40 years at Imperial
Renowned kidney disease academic Professor Charles Pusey reflects on his career and the future of renal research.
£795k award supports new African research partnership tackling drug-resistant TB
The funding, awarded as part of the MRC/DFID African Research Leader scheme, brings together researchers from Imperial and the University of Namibia.
Imperial accolades: News from the College
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
Epigenomic “map” helps predict nerve cells’ ability to regenerate after injury
An Imperial-led study has provided new insights into the biological processes which determine nerve cells’ ability to regenerate after injury.
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Professor David Lane retires after 40 years of service at Imperial
Internationally renowned haematologist Professor David Lane is retiring this month after over 40 successful years at the College.
TB meningitis kills and damages nerve cells in brain through ‘overstimulation’
Study reveals how tuberculous meningitis (TBM) damages the nervous system along similar lines as chronic brain conditions such as Alzheimer’s.
Enzyme’s ‘molecular scissors’ cut out fatal blood clot risk when injury strikes
New research highlights how an essential enzyme works to prevent dangerous clots when blood vessels are damaged.
Microbiome’s link to HIV infection risk to be investigated in new $2m study
A new international research collaborative will explore the role of the microbiome in preventing human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
Emerging tech solutions to global AMR threat take centre stage at White City
Summit explores the role of emerging tech developments in optimising the use of antimicrobials, combatting AMR and supporting infection management.
